Venusaur - Celebrations (Classic Collection) [15/102]

Name: Venusaur - Celebrations (Classic Collection) [15/102]
Brand: jag26
Availability: LimitedAvailability

1/3

Estimated value

$2 - $6

Rarity

Average(4/10)

VENUSAUR - CELEBRATIONS (CLASSIC COLLECTION) [15/102]: IDENTIFICATION

A holographic trading card featuring the Pokémon Venusaur, released as part of the 25th Anniversary Celebrations expansion. The card utilizes the original 1999 Base Set artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita but is distinguished by the etched holofoil pattern and the Pikachu 25th-anniversary head logo stamp on the right side of the art box. The card text replicates the original 100 HP, 'Energy Trans' Pokémon Power, and 60 damage 'Solarbeam' attack, updated with modern copyright dates and a textured finish characteristic of the Classic Collection sub-set.

Compare with other trading cards in the archive: Machop - XY Evolutions (Base Set 27/108), Magikarp - Base Set (1st Edition Shadowless) [35/102], Electrike (Basic) - EX Trainer Kit 2 (64/110).

SET RELEASE & PRINT RUN

Released in October 2021, the Celebrations expansion was designed to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise. This specific card belongs to the 'Classic Collection,' a 25-card subset that reprints iconic cards from the game's history using contemporary printing technology. While it maintains the original Holo Rare status and character lore, it differs from the 1999 original through its 'pixel' holofoil effect and specific anniversary branding.

COLLECTOR INTEL

The 25th Anniversary Celebrations set intentionally omitted the original rarity symbols (Star/Diamond/Circle) on the outer border to differentiate these reprints from the 1999 originals.

SCARCITY

Average55-70%

CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Rarity 4/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 130 trading cards items at rarity 4 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

Standard antique shop items
Regularly available
Moderate collector interest

Confidence Factors

Correct etched holofoil texture visible in high-resolution printing
Correct 25th anniversary logo placement and color depth
Card border yellow tone matches standard S&S era production

How does authenticity detection work?

GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE

Trading Card Market Analyst

Card Specialist

High confidence due to clear visible indicators like the anniversary logo and the specific holo-pattern unique to the 2021 Celebrations set.

KEY EVIDENCE

1Presence of the Pikachu 25th Anniversary logo indicates the 2021 reprint, not 1999.
2Etched 'pixel' holofoil pattern across the card face is diagnostic for the Celebrations Classic Collection.
3Mitsuhiro Arita signature art style is verified.
4Rear blue border shows 'whitening' on the right side, affecting condition grade.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

→Check for surface scratches under a raking light source.
→Place in a penny sleeve and top-loader to prevent further edge whitening.

CONDITION & GRADE

PSA 6-7

Grading breakdown

The grade estimate is capped by the silvering/whitening on the rear right edge visible in the second image. Surface looks clean, but edge wear is a primary detractor.

Condition

Visible whitening and 'nicking' observed on the right rear edge of the card. The front centering appears slightly biased toward the top-right, but the etched texture remains intact without significant scratching.

TRADING CARD MARKET VALUE

$2 - $6

Updated: Jul 3, 2026

Who buys this

Nostalgia-driven Pokémon collectors and completionists working on the 25th Anniversary master set.

What increases value

•High demand for 'Big Three' starters (Charizard, Blastoise, Venusaur)
•Alignment of card centering
•Lack of surface scratches on the textured foil

What lowers value

•Continued edge wear (whitening) rapidly reduces value toward 'Played' status
•Massive print run of the Celebrations set keeps supply high and prices stable

What makes top-tier examples

•Perfect 50/50 centering on front and back
•Pristine edges with zero whitening
•Absence of 'print lines' often found in modern holo sets

Grade & condition

Centering, Corners, Edges, and Surface (CCES) are the four pillars of TCG grading.

Rarity & demand

AverageHigh demandSells quickly

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YOUR INPUT VS. SCAN

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

User stated 'Original/Authentic' - visual hallmarks of official 2021 printing methods are present.
User stated 'Minor wear' - clear whitening on the rear edge confirms light handling wear consistent with the description.